Hounsome Fields Nursery

YMCA Hounsome Fields Nursery

A new YMCA nursery is coming to Basingstoke. We are still preparing the full nursery information, but families can now register their interest and speak to our team about childcare enquiries.

Address: Treetop Avenue, Basingstoke, RG23 7GJ

Nursery visits are expected to begin from July. Opening dates, fees and funded childcare details will be confirmed soon.
Opening September 2026 Enquiries open now
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4 months – school age Early years care
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Nursery families across South Basingstoke

Our Hounsome Fields nursery welcomes families from across the local area, offering flexible childcare, funded places and support with school readiness.

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Beggarwood · 2.4 miles
Hatch Warren · 2.4 miles
Kempshott · 0.2 miles
Dummer · 1.8 miles
North Waltham · 2.9 miles
East Oakley · 4.0 miles
Viables · 4.1 miles
Cliddesden · 4.0 miles

We also help children prepare for transitions to local schools including Hounsome Fields Primary School and Kempshott Junior School, supporting confidence, independence and early learning development before school starts.

Why families love YMCA Nurseries

A few of the everyday details that make YMCA feel easy, supportive, and full of adventure.

Balanced meals

Nutritious, child-friendly food with options for allergies and dietary requirements, supported by our 5-star hygiene rating.

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Open longer

Flexible hours with breakfast club available. See our rates for the full breakdown and session options.

Outdoor play and learning

Outdoor learning is part of everyday life here, whatever the season, with regular access to fresh air, space, and nature.

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School readiness

Our Little Steps, Giant Leaps approach builds confidence across emotional, social, physical, and early learning skills, ready for school.

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Inclusive Classroom Profile

A practical framework that helps us keep improving inclusion, environment, and everyday support for every child.

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What you might be wondering

We’re still finalising the details, but here are the answers to the most common questions we’re getting so far.

When will the nursery open?

We’re currently preparing the setting and will be sharing confirmed opening dates soon. Register your interest to be the first to know.

Can I register interest now?

Yes, absolutely. You can register your interest today and our team will contact you as soon as more details are available.

When can I book a tour?

Tours will begin from July. Once dates are confirmed, we’ll invite registered families to book early viewings.

Will funded childcare be accepted?

Yes, we plan to offer funded childcare places in line with government entitlements. Full details will be shared soon.

How will I hear updates?

The best way is to register your interest. We’ll send updates directly to you as soon as we have confirmed information.

Are you hiring?

Yes, we’re currently building our team. If you’re interested in working with us, you can explore current opportunities on our careers page.

Enquiries open now

Register your interest

Interested in a place at our new Basingstoke nursery? Register your interest and we’ll keep you updated as soon as opening dates, tours and further details are confirmed.

Fill out enquiry form Call 07789 483 709 Email nurseries@ymca-fg.org

We’ll only use your details to respond to your enquiry and share relevant updates.

We’re building something special in Basingstoke

We’re currently recruiting for our new nursery. If you’re passionate about early years and want to be part of something from the start, we’d love to hear from you.

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Hounsome Fields Nursery Fees Estimate

Quick, first-glance monthly estimates based on YMCA Hounsome Fields Nursery fees. Monthly payments are calculated as weekly × 51 ÷ 12. View YMCA Hounsome Fields Nursery rate sheet here

Opening September 2026: Hounsome Fields Nursery is not open yet, but this calculator gives families an early estimate based on the published September 2026 rates.
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Add-ons & breakdown
Fees estimate only: This is a guide based on the September 2026 YMCA Hounsome Fields Nursery rates letter. Funded estimates are simplified and assume full day attendance patterns. Monthly payments are spread across 51 weeks only. Exact invoices may vary depending on your child’s session pattern, eligibility, voluntary consumables and meal requirements.

Fees FAQs

When is Hounsome Fields Nursery opening?
YMCA Hounsome Fields Nursery is due to open in September 2026. Families can use this calculator as an early guide based on the published September 2026 fees.
How can I apply for funded hours?
Information on how to apply for funded hours is clearly laid out on our Parent Hub page, including eligibility guidance and step-by-step instructions.
Will I only be charged for 38 weeks if I choose term-time funding?
No. Your funded hours may be based on a 38-week term-time entitlement, but your nursery fees are still spread across 51 weeks.
What happens if I use more than my funded hours?
If your child attends more hours than your funded entitlement covers, the additional hours are charged at our standard hourly rate. Voluntary consumables are only calculated on funded hours and meals may still be charged during funded sessions.
What is the consumables charge?
The consumable charge covers personal care items such as wipes, tissues or other child-specific consumables and other items such as snacks and drinks consumed by your child. For more information, please contact the nursery teams.
Can parents use Tax-Free Childcare?
Yes. We accept Tax-Free Childcare. Once registered, you can link our nursery to your account and make payments through the scheme.
Do we accept Universal Credit?
Yes. Families receiving Universal Credit may be able to claim back a portion of childcare costs, depending on eligibility.
Do we accept childcare vouchers?
Yes. We continue to accept childcare vouchers for families who are already enrolled in a voucher scheme.
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